Dogs

Delivery man jumps into action to save dog being strangled by elevator

Sometimes people end up at just the right place at just the right time to save a life, almost like they’re a guardian angel sent to save the day. That was the case when one ...

Dog ‘boops’ nose of blind, deaf friend to let him know he’s there

Some animals are blind, but just because they can’t see doesn’t mean they can’t live life to the fullest — sometimes they just need a little help from their friends. Like one blind dog, whose ...

New law makes it illegal to chain dogs outside in Texas

We’ve seen far too many stories of dogs who were left improperly chained up. This can leave dogs with a lot of pain and discomfort: too-tight chains can become embedded in the dog’s skin, and ...

Stray dog chases down car of vacationing couple — who stop to give her a new home

Sometimes pets come into our lives in the most unexpected ways at the most unexpected times. That was the case for one couple, who found a dog while on vacation — and the pup was ...

Senior dog finally gets adopted after 200 days in shelter

Every shelter dog dreams of the day they will finally be adopted, but it can take some longer than others to find their forever home. It can be especially difficult for older dogs, who are ...

Dog doesn’t understand why statue of Abraham Lincoln won’t play fetch with her

There’s nothing a dog loves more than a game of fetch, and they’re always eager to find someone to play with. If a dog comes up to you with a tennis ball or a frisbee, ...

Dog survives fall off 170-foot cliff unharmed: ‘Nothing short of miraculous’

Cats are said to have “nine lives” due to their ability to safely land on their feet during high falls, but what about dogs? One miraculous story shows that dogs might have some extra lives ...

Boaters save lost dog struggling in the ocean and reunite him with his family

You never know what you’ll find out on the water, but one group of boaters was in for a big surprise when they found a dog, helplessly stranded in the ocean. Thankfully, the dog is ...

K9 police dog shot in the line of duty gets a ‘hero’s welcome’ home as he leaves hospital

K9 dogs are an invaluable part of any police department. Like their human partners, they put their lives on the line to help keep their communities safe. It can be a dangerous job, and sadly ...

Rescuers save dog who was trapped in narrow crevice for five days

Sometimes dogs get themselves stuck in some pretty tricky places and need some human help getting free. Thankfully, there are dedicated rescue teams willing to go the extra mile to save pets from even the ...